Sliding Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation for 2019 Ford F-150 5-1/2 ft Bed
Question:
Is this the correct auto sliding hitch for my 2019 Ford F-150 SLT truck with 5 1/2 ft. bed? If so, what bed rail kit would I need for this hitch and truck application?
asked by: Henry
Expert Reply:
Yes, the Demco Hijacker Autoslide hitch # DM8550040 that you referenced is the correct hitch you'd need for your 2019 Ford F-150 5-1/2 foot bed as it's only sliding hitch that slides back as far as you'd need. If a truck's bed length is shorter than 6 feet like yours you need the 22 inches of clearance this provides whereas other sliders only give you about half of this.
This hitch fits standard above bed fifth wheel rails so we have a few options but the best is the custom fit Reese kit part # RP50087-58 as this will give you the easiest install and will minimize frame drilling. I attached an install video for this rail kit for you to check out as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Custom
- Above the Bed
- Reese
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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 13,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 3250 lbs Vertical Load
- 13000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 15-1/4 - 18 Inch Tall
- 22-1/2 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- Demco
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